Date Range: July 31, 2008 - July 1, 2008

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

The Washtenaw Deputy Sheriff's Association represents over 200 nonsupervisory employees of the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Department. Sheriff Daniel Minzey took an economic and political risk when he filed a lawsuit against the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners to prevent the elimination of 40 deputy positions, and protect the constitutional integrity of the elected office of the sheriff. The court dismissed... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

I was deeply disappointed in the July 20 editorial endorsement for sheriff. In recent years, I have watched your paper systematically screen the facts, and it seems that Sheriff Dan Minzey cannot expect fair or objective coverage in your newspaper, so I won't say that it was a surprise to see that you failed to offer him your endorsement. As... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

Speaking as a business operator in Washtenaw County, I would like to applaud Sheriff Dan Minzey's performance over the past eight years. I am general manager of the Marriott in Ypsilanti Township and Dan Minzey has proven himself to be a friend to the community. He and his staff routinely go above and beyond, demonstrating professionalism and deep commitment to... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

atives, we have resided in various states and locations over the years, most recently in Arizona. We recently returned to the area to live closer to family. We have numerous friends and family in law enforcement around the country, and we feel the need to comment on the profound disrespect Sheriff Minzey has been shown in the media and by... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

I am disheartened by your relentless mission to undermine Sheriff Minzey. Often you will take an unrelated story and manage to (inappropriately) insert Minzey's name, casting aspersions. For example, your endorsement of Leah Gunn, who your staff apparently holds in high regard, was twisted to slam Sheriff Minzey. Gunn's criticism of Minzey was touted as her leading accomplishment. How petty,... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

Does every child in the United States have equal rights? The U.S. Department of Labor doesn't think so. When it comes to labor laws, children whose parents own or work on a farm are exempt from these labor laws. According to the Michigan law, a minor 16 years of age and above may work during school hours, a child 13... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

Thanks to Scott Rosencrans for his July 6 Other Voices essay, "One lone voice can make a difference." He described the process followed by the Ann Arbor Park Advisory Commission in its recent recommendation of a parcel of Veterans Memorial Park for use as a skateboard facility: The consideration of local residents' concerns - particularly those of resident Glenn Thompson... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

OK, I think I understand the plan that Greg Levine outlined in his July 24 letter to The News - he is upset that bicyclists can now be ticketed for all of the things that a large number of them have been doing for years, running stop signs and red lights, going the wrong way down one-way streets, etc., which... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

ilding projects are going up green" - with great interest. It detailed what gives developers different levels of green certification for their projects and mentioned several recent projects in Ann Arbor. One of them was the City Place apartment complex proposed by Alex de Perry on South Fifth Avenue. The article does not mention that the proposal has been turned... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

Regarding the Ann Arbor flood of 1968, in response to the July 18 letter from Ralph Katz: The people that I know of that really remember the floods are your retired firefighters. The floods even caused electrical fires and some people had to be rescued from their homes. Ask a retired firefighter. He can tell you about it. Pauline S.... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

We have known Tom Wall for many years, dating back to when our children were students together at Pioneer High School. We believe he has all the critical skills and qualities needed by the city of Ann Arbor. Tom has always been community-minded, clearly searching for the best in each individual person he has met. He is dedicated, especially to... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

There is one candidate running for 15th District Court judge who stands out as the best person for the job, and that is Eric Gutenberg. I first had the opportunity to get to know Eric almost 10 years ago, when I was an advocate for survivors of domestic violence in Washtenaw County. I learned then that he is a thoughtful,... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

Voters in Ann Arbor's 2nd Ward have an opportunity to elect a seasoned, educated public servant to City Council. Tony Derezinski has devoted most of his career to local government. Citizens often ask for benchmarks to compare Ann Arbor's services to those of other cities. Tony has been around long enough and far enough to draw on experience from around... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

We write to provide information that illustrates why Stew Nelson has the characteristics needed to be a superb council member for the Second Ward and the city of Ann Arbor. When we would listen to his descriptions of procedures he used as a pilot, we saw traits that led Northwest Airlines to entrust him to be the captain flying many... Full story »

July 31, 2008, 11:11AM

I am writing as a resident of Superior Township and the retired Washtenaw County clerk/register to support David Phillips for Superior Township clerk on Tuesday. David has been a team player on the township board for the last 12 years as a township trustee. Superior Township has been recognized for land preservation and fiscally responsible budgets. David, also, has been... Full story »